In this book, a picture book companion of the author’s novel “The Snow Angel,” readers meet Lily and Ryan, who are unhappy because Mom and Dad are gone to work so much of the time; they want their parents to stay home with them.

Grandma explains why Mom and Dad can’t stay home, even if they want to be with Ryan and Lily, and she tells them a story about snow angels. Snow angels, Grandma says, are magical because they hold all your love to share with the one you’re missing. Ryan and Lily concoct a plan to show their parents how much the children love them.

Written for four- to seven-year-olds, this memorable narrative, accompanied by captivating illustrations, helps children to understand sacrifice as they learn that family is always there to support each other and that they are always loved, even if a parent is away.

Highly recommended. ( )